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Carol Aulner

Moore,OK

Summary

Creative, empathetic, and fun Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experienced at tailoring interventions for pediatric population to increase engagement and skill building. Skilled at working with children with a wide range of developmental challenges and conditions including autism and trauma based delays. Caring, professional and personable with strong focus on teamwork and collaboration to contribute to positive and effective workplace interactions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Integrated Brain Health
10.2021 - Current
  • Worked with children and families to identify needs and goals to be achieved with emphasis on building partnership for child's best outcomes
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Implemented interventions that addressed client goals and needs with emphasis on creativity and fun for increased engagement
  • Completed 1:1 therapy sessions in school, home, and child care centers in addition to clinic setting
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.

Barista

Starbucks
09.2007 - 10.2022
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.

Registered Behavior Technician

Cornerstone Behavioral Health And Pediatric
12.2020 - 07.2022
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
  • Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce anxiety and stress levels in clients.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

Early Head Start Teacher

Moore Head Start
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
12.2015

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2011

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Sensory Processing Improvements
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Fine motor skills development
  • Social skills development
  • Autism spectrum understanding

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Integrated Brain Health
10.2021 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Cornerstone Behavioral Health And Pediatric
12.2020 - 07.2022

Early Head Start Teacher

Moore Head Start
01.2017 - 04.2019

Barista

Starbucks
09.2007 - 10.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Oklahoma City Community College

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

University of Central Oklahoma

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Oklahoma City Community College
Carol Aulner